University of South Florida News

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USF becomes first university to join Embarc Collective’s groundbreaking Partnership Program, strengthening Florida’s innovation and talent pipeline

Through its partnership, USF is taking a bold step to bridge academic innovation with real-world startup application, helping redefine how higher education institutions can power workforce development and regional economic growth.

July 16, 2025Community Partnerships

Patient gets her hearing examined by USF Health audiologist

USF Health clinical trial reveals how hearing aids improve brain health and quality of life

The clinical trial shows that even mild hearing loss, when treated with hearing aids and expert support, can boost mood, increase activity and reduce the risk of falling. The findings support growing evidence that better hearing promotes healthier aging.

July 15, 2025Research and Innovation, USF Health

View of the ocean with music note graphics labeled 'Oysters Ain't Safe'

Florida’s oyster crisis takes center stage in latest musical-science project

A team of professors, musicians and students at USF is transforming complicated environmental data into powerful music compositions. After tackling critical issues like harmful algae blooms and red tide, the group has now composed music that highlights the environmental stressors affecting oysters in Florida.

July 2, 2025Research and Innovation

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USF Magazine

USF breaks ground on the on-campus stadium, researchers work to unravel the mysteries of Alzheimer's Disease and a look inside the first residence hall on the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus.

Fall 2024 Issue 

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